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Within
the student conduct process, residents within campus
housing have the option to have their case heard by a
panel of peers. This panel consists of students from the
residence hall community. They are empowered to
determine the facts and outcome of the case as well as
sanctions as deemed appropriate
"The purpose of this Judicial Board is to serve as
a hearing body for residential students within the
disciplinary process of DePaul University and uphold the
policies of DePaul University. In executing its duties,
this board will protect the interests of the campus
community as well as the rights of the students. The
Judicial Board will regard each student as an individual
deserving attention, consideration, and respect."
(Article II of the Judicial Board Constitution)
The actual duties of the Judicial Board are far more
varied. Meetings twice a week the Judicial Board is a
panel of peers for any students who are accused of
violating a policy within campus housing. A panel of
students listen to engage in a dialogue with the
student(s) and try to find a fair and creative sanctions
if the individual(s) are found responsible.
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